1954 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,344 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 321 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
